Wallace
wa-lla-ce
US Popularity:2073
Origin:French
Meaning:Welsh, Welshman; Foreigner; Celt
Wallace is a boy’s name of Anglo-Norman French origin, stemming from the term waleis, meaning “Welsh,” “Welshman,” “foreigner,” or “Celt.” What was once a cultural name for someone who was believed to be foreign has blossomed into a dapper personal name with an air of sophisticated antiquity. It expertly blends nerdy and cool kid vibes, making it the perfect name for an intelligent and diverse being. The British Claymation series Wallace & Gromit has forever associated this handsome name with the good-natured, cheese-loving, sweater-vest-donning inventor. In the 19th and 20th centuries, Wallace became the Americanized version of several Ashkenazic Jewish last names, such as Wallach. Wallace is a spiffy choice that ticks the boxes of being retro-chic, having an adorable nickname (Wally), and honoring baby’s ancestry.
Famous People Named Wallace
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- George WallaceUnited States Governor
Wallace Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Wallace is currently #2062 on The Bump
Boy:Wallace is currently #1162 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Wallace is currently #2073 in U.S. births
Boy:Wallace is currently #1013 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1013
in 2023
- 43
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Wallace, April 2024
House of Names, Wallace History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
IMDb, Wallace & Gromit
Ancestry, Wallace Family History
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